What You'll Learn
- The 'knee-first' initiation technique for more stable and faster pirouettes.
- How to maintain core engagement and turnout without the support of a barre.
- Improving body alignment and spinal rotation during piqué turns.
- Integrating tombé and pas de bourrée transitions with fluid turning mechanics.
About This Video
Elevate your classical technique with this comprehensive Advanced Ballet Barre-without-the-barre and Center class at Broche Ballet. Designed for experienced dancers, this session strips away the physical support of the barre to challenge your core stability and proprioception from the very first exercise. By moving the traditional barre sequence to the center of the room, you will develop the necessary strength and alignment required for advanced-level performance.
The primary focus of this class is the intricate mechanics of turning. We delve deep into the 'knee-first' philosophy, a technique essential for achieving clean, multiple rotations in both pirouettes and piqué turns. You will learn how the knee must initiate the rotation, leading the body around the axis of the spine without pulling the torso out of alignment.
This class guides you through a review of essential turnout and body placement before progressing into dynamic combinations featuring tombé, pas de bourrée, and waltz steps. Throughout the lesson, our instructors emphasize the importance of maintaining momentum and a 'chasing' sensation, where the body follows the trajectory set by the leading knee. Beyond turns, we incorporate exercises to enhance flexibility and leg extension in arabesque and relevé.
This holistic approach ensures that your turning mechanics are supported by a foundation of proper ballet technique. Whether you are looking to refine your spot or master the weight transfer in a piqué turn, this class provides the professional feedback and drills needed to reach your goals. This session is perfect for those who want to feel more grounded in the center while maintaining the elegance of classical movement.
Join us at Broche Ballet to transform your approach to rotation and find your balance without the barre.
